Emergency crews scrambled to Colchester railway tracks at 9.30am today after a serious incident triggered chaos on the London line.
Train Strikes Person in Colchester – Major Disruption Unfolds
Paramedics and police raced to the scene following reports of someone struck on the tracks. One person was rushed to hospital with life-changing injuries.
The British Transport Police quickly confirmed that the incident is not being treated as suspicious.
Trains Delayed and Cancelled – Travel Chaos Expected
- Lines have reopened but delays will continue until at least 3.15pm
- Multiple train cancellations on the London line
- Passengers urged to prepare for ongoing disruption throughout the day
“We were called to the line in Colchester at around 9.30am following reports of a casualty on the tracks. Officers and paramedics attended promptly. A person was taken to hospital with life-changing injuries. The incident is not being treated as suspicious,” said a British Transport Police spokesperson.
Commuters are urged to check their travel plans and expect delays on the London line after this serious incident.